Bicolor Angelfish

Bicolor Angelfish

Centropyge bicolor

Also known as: Bicolor Angel, Two-Colored Angel, Oriole Angel

🧂 Saltwater ⚡ Semi-aggressive 🟡 Moderate 🍽️ Omnivore Reef Safe (Caution)

Sharply divided coloration — the front half is bright yellow and the rear half is deep blue, with a blue mask across the eyes. One of the most visually striking dwarf angels available.

Tank Size

30 gal
minimum (55+ preferred)

Temperature

74–82°F
23–28°C

pH Range

8.1–8.4
water acidity

Max Size

6"
15.2 cm

Lifespan

5–8 years
typical in captivity

Swim Level

Middle
preferred zone

Care Notes

Can be delicate during acclimation; choose healthy, alert specimens. Needs established live rock to graze on. Avoid housing with other dwarf angels. May nip at corals.

Feeding

Spirulina, marine algae, frozen mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, and angelfish pellets. Feed several times daily.

Compatible Tank Mates

None identified.

Use Caution With

Ocellaris Clownfish 3" True Percula Clownfish 3" Blue Green Chromis 3" Yellowtail Damselfish 2.5" Blue Tang 12" Yellow Tang 8" Kole Tang 7" Clarkii Clownfish 5" Tomato Clownfish 5" Scopas Tang 8" Naso Tang 18" Convict Tang 8"

Incompatible With

Maroon Clownfish 6" Blue Devil Damselfish 3" Powder Blue Tang 9" Achilles Tang 10" Purple Tang 10" Three Stripe Damselfish 3" Domino Damselfish 5" Four Stripe Damselfish 3" Jewel Damselfish 6" Clown Tang 15" Flame Angelfish 4" Lemonpeel Angelfish 5"

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